Prior to that date, no wolves had been seen in the canton for over a hundred years.

Experts said the photo of the wolf in Horgen did not provide any information about its origin or age. The current location of the wolf remain unknown but cantonal fishing and hunting authorities are now attempting to establish its whereabouts.

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